Civil Society
Beyond Solidarity
Bridge-building is the next essential action for global gender equality.
Tag: Activism
Innovations in the way that organizations use civil disobedience, protests, and other forms of activism to advance social progress
Social Entrepreneurship
Between the Quick Exit and the Long Sojourn
Social entrepreneurs have to get out there and do the work, with enough staying power to make a real impact. Part one of a two-part series.
Environment
From Technocracy to a Practical Politics
For the environmental movement to succeed, it needs to convert its ideas, science, theories, and activism into practical politics that can win votes on a large scale.
Human Rights
Labor of Love
Ai-jen Poo, cofounder and director of the National Domestic Workers Alliance and 2014 McArthur genius grant recipient, is building a movement to improve the lives of 2.5 million US home care workers.
Foundations
Mobilizing the Masses
The Liberty Hill Foundation concentrates on helping community activists create lasting change in Los Angeles.
Civil Society
What Makes People Mobilize?
Protest movements don't emerge merely because people have something to protest. Many other factors come into play.
Government
Curbing Corruption
Political reform alone doesn't ensure good government. Equally important, if not more so, are institutions that let citizens act collectively.
Technology & Design
From Politics to Public Policy: Part 4
How campaign lessons can amplify your work. In part four: ten key takeaways.
Technology & Design
From Politics to Public Policy: Part 2
How campaign lessons can amplify your work. In part two: Do what you’re already doing, better.